Therapists Beginning With V in Nova Scotia
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I am a MSW student practicing under the supervision of Brian MacAulay. I work with individuals who are experiencing distress, often stemming from trauma in their lives. Trauma can be characterized not only by a single significant event that disrupts daily functioning but also by chronic exposure to negative or harmful circumstances. Whether it’s a one-time event or prolonged adversity, these experiences can deeply affect how a person copes with everyday life. People I work with have goals of regaining a sense of safety and control, processing traumatic memories, reducing trauma related symptoms, and re-stablishing identity.
I am a MSW student practicing under the supervision of Brian MacAulay. I work with individuals who are experiencing distress, often stemming from trauma in their lives. Trauma can be characterized not only by a single significant event that disrupts daily functioning but also by chronic exposure to negative or harmful circumstances. Whether it’s a one-time event or prolonged adversity, these experiences can deeply affect how a person copes with everyday life. People I work with have goals of regaining a sense of safety and control, processing traumatic memories, reducing trauma related symptoms, and re-stablishing identity.
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Life can be hard. We all go through times when the daily tasks of living seem overwhelming and the joy we used to feel is gone. Many of us try to tough it out. We put on a good face to the outside world but inside we are in despair. If this sounds like you and you're ready to make a change, therapy can help. I work with adults and older teens who are suffering from a wide range of issues including anxiety, depression, grief, stress, trauma and career issues.
Life can be hard. We all go through times when the daily tasks of living seem overwhelming and the joy we used to feel is gone. Many of us try to tough it out. We put on a good face to the outside world but inside we are in despair. If this sounds like you and you're ready to make a change, therapy can help. I work with adults and older teens who are suffering from a wide range of issues including anxiety, depression, grief, stress, trauma and career issues.
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Welcome! I am Lenka: a good listener, a hiker, and a psychotherapist. I have worked with many people over the years, and would love to chat to see if I fit what you're looking for. Your journey has brought you here, and I would love to be part of it. I offer individual and couple's therapy.
Welcome! I am Lenka: a good listener, a hiker, and a psychotherapist. I have worked with many people over the years, and would love to chat to see if I fit what you're looking for. Your journey has brought you here, and I would love to be part of it. I offer individual and couple's therapy.
Szonja Vamos is a Registered Counseling Therapist, specializing in symptoms of anxiety, depression, and traumatic-stress. Originally of Hungarian and Russian decent, Szonja was raised in Miami, Florida, where she earned her Bachelors in Psychology, and Masters in Marriage & Family therapy. Szonja began by working with underprivileged children/youth and their families in community settings, and later with adults struggling with addictions and trauma. Szonja utilizes a client-centered approach to support those struggling with mental health and other challenges to develop a healthy present and recover from a painful past.
Szonja Vamos is a Registered Counseling Therapist, specializing in symptoms of anxiety, depression, and traumatic-stress. Originally of Hungarian and Russian decent, Szonja was raised in Miami, Florida, where she earned her Bachelors in Psychology, and Masters in Marriage & Family therapy. Szonja began by working with underprivileged children/youth and their families in community settings, and later with adults struggling with addictions and trauma. Szonja utilizes a client-centered approach to support those struggling with mental health and other challenges to develop a healthy present and recover from a painful past.
Amadea aims to create a warm, collaborative, and compassionate space for her clients to feel heard and seen. Amadea believes that healing occurs within relationships, and as such, she prioritizes the therapeutic relationship above all else. She enjoys working with adults, young adults, and students experiencing a range of challenges including trauma, anxiety, depression, stress, emotional challenges, difficulty in relationships, identity exploration, self-esteem challenges, grief and loss, life transitions, and personal growth, among others.
Amadea aims to create a warm, collaborative, and compassionate space for her clients to feel heard and seen. Amadea believes that healing occurs within relationships, and as such, she prioritizes the therapeutic relationship above all else. She enjoys working with adults, young adults, and students experiencing a range of challenges including trauma, anxiety, depression, stress, emotional challenges, difficulty in relationships, identity exploration, self-esteem challenges, grief and loss, life transitions, and personal growth, among others.
Sometimes life can feel as though your boat is adrift. When this happens we all need a person to help us. With empathy, understanding and learning ways you can create change for yourself, together we can find solid footing for your next life steps. Are you someone who wants to make changes but are struggling to find direction? Has your anxiety or depression made it difficult to live your best life? Did life experiences create barriers or behaviours that you are struggling to undo? Have major life events such as the birth of a child, major loss, or life stages create issues you were not expecting?
Sometimes life can feel as though your boat is adrift. When this happens we all need a person to help us. With empathy, understanding and learning ways you can create change for yourself, together we can find solid footing for your next life steps. Are you someone who wants to make changes but are struggling to find direction? Has your anxiety or depression made it difficult to live your best life? Did life experiences create barriers or behaviours that you are struggling to undo? Have major life events such as the birth of a child, major loss, or life stages create issues you were not expecting?
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Carole-Anne Vatcher-Psychotherapist And Clinical Supervisor
Registered Social Worker
Verified Verified
Halifax, NS B3L (Online Only)
I work with women (mostly in the helping professions) across Ontario and Nova Scotia by video (Signal) or phone, and I provide Supervision/Consultation to other psychotherapists. I help women who are experiencing stress and burnout, anxiety/depressed mood, work-related difficulties, family or relationship concerns, parenting, or who are making major life decisions. I also provide clinical Supervision, professional guidance, and personal therapy to practicing psychotherapists. I have 25 years of experience practicing therapy using effective approaches, offered with the wisdom of experience, in a collaborative and exploratory way.
I work with women (mostly in the helping professions) across Ontario and Nova Scotia by video (Signal) or phone, and I provide Supervision/Consultation to other psychotherapists. I help women who are experiencing stress and burnout, anxiety/depressed mood, work-related difficulties, family or relationship concerns, parenting, or who are making major life decisions. I also provide clinical Supervision, professional guidance, and personal therapy to practicing psychotherapists. I have 25 years of experience practicing therapy using effective approaches, offered with the wisdom of experience, in a collaborative and exploratory way.
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Kristen Veinott
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Dartmouth, NS B3B
Waitlist for new clients
Welcome! I am a Clinical Social Worker offering individual therapy to adults seeking support in healing their relationship to Self, attachment wounds, and relational traumas. You might be in an anxious-avoidant dance, noticing painful relationship patterns, feeling stuck in a loop of relational ambivalence, or want to resolve what's blocking deeper connections. You might be navigating difficult family relationships and questioning estrangement and boundaries. Perhaps you are noticing a harsh inner-critic, self-doubt, the urge to people please, or a disconnection from Self (the person you are and want to be; at your core).
Welcome! I am a Clinical Social Worker offering individual therapy to adults seeking support in healing their relationship to Self, attachment wounds, and relational traumas. You might be in an anxious-avoidant dance, noticing painful relationship patterns, feeling stuck in a loop of relational ambivalence, or want to resolve what's blocking deeper connections. You might be navigating difficult family relationships and questioning estrangement and boundaries. Perhaps you are noticing a harsh inner-critic, self-doubt, the urge to people please, or a disconnection from Self (the person you are and want to be; at your core).
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Currently accepting new clients! Do you struggle with anxiety or low self-esteem that affects your relationships and day-to-day life? Experiencing burnout or a sense of 'bleh'? Do you feel exhausted and overwhelmed from trying to manage on your own? Maybe you have a sense of what you'd like to be doing, but unsure of the steps to get there? You are not alone! People are feeling overwhelmed and uncertain about how they are supposed to manage their careers, relationships, and all of life’s challenges. I believe you should be able to live your life with confidence and enthusiasm!
Currently accepting new clients! Do you struggle with anxiety or low self-esteem that affects your relationships and day-to-day life? Experiencing burnout or a sense of 'bleh'? Do you feel exhausted and overwhelmed from trying to manage on your own? Maybe you have a sense of what you'd like to be doing, but unsure of the steps to get there? You are not alone! People are feeling overwhelmed and uncertain about how they are supposed to manage their careers, relationships, and all of life’s challenges. I believe you should be able to live your life with confidence and enthusiasm!
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Venture Counselling and Therapy Inc.
Counsellor, MA, CCC, RTC-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lower Sackville, NS B4C
Our private counselling practice offers high-quality mental health services to the greater Halifax area and surrounding communities. The office is located in Lower Sackville, making accessing services convenient for all communities. Our team consists of counselling therapists dedicated to providing compassionate mental health services. In collaboration with you, we will work hard to help you understand and manage challenging life experiences and develop more adaptive ways of relating to yourself, others, and the world around you.
Our private counselling practice offers high-quality mental health services to the greater Halifax area and surrounding communities. The office is located in Lower Sackville, making accessing services convenient for all communities. Our team consists of counselling therapists dedicated to providing compassionate mental health services. In collaboration with you, we will work hard to help you understand and manage challenging life experiences and develop more adaptive ways of relating to yourself, others, and the world around you.
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You want to make a change. Despite your best efforts to make changes on your own, things stay the same. If you are looking for support dealing with life transitions, mental health concerns, or navigating relationships, and you want to explore how to process, change your perceptions, cope effectively, and thrive, I'd be happy to help.
You want to make a change. Despite your best efforts to make changes on your own, things stay the same. If you are looking for support dealing with life transitions, mental health concerns, or navigating relationships, and you want to explore how to process, change your perceptions, cope effectively, and thrive, I'd be happy to help.
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I am a Registered Psychologist and value the innate healing ability we carry inside. I believe my responsibility is to listen deeply and honour the resources and strengths of each person while creating an environment that feels open, warm and non-judgemental. Reaching out for help can be challenging. I have great respect for your journey as you take steps towards making changes in your life.
I am a Registered Psychologist and value the innate healing ability we carry inside. I believe my responsibility is to listen deeply and honour the resources and strengths of each person while creating an environment that feels open, warm and non-judgemental. Reaching out for help can be challenging. I have great respect for your journey as you take steps towards making changes in your life.
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Olga Vigil Letang
Registered Social Service Worker, RSSW, BASc
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Halifax, NS B3H (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I'm a late diagnosed neurodivergent (ADHD), queer, cis woman of colour with over 17 years of experience in helping folxs navigate life. I support individuals and couples/partnerships, who want to truly be understood without guilt or shame. I work from a relational, identity affirming, culturally responsive, anti-oppressive, equitable, and sex-positive lens, that centres your needs. Through empathetic curiosity connection, we will collaboratively help you get to where you want to be.
I'm a late diagnosed neurodivergent (ADHD), queer, cis woman of colour with over 17 years of experience in helping folxs navigate life. I support individuals and couples/partnerships, who want to truly be understood without guilt or shame. I work from a relational, identity affirming, culturally responsive, anti-oppressive, equitable, and sex-positive lens, that centres your needs. Through empathetic curiosity connection, we will collaboratively help you get to where you want to be.
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Kay Vinova
Psychologist, BSc, MSc
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Bedford, NS B4B
Not accepting new clients
I am a registered clinical psychologist who works with adults struggling with issues such as trauma, disordered eating, emotional dysregulation, and religious conflict. I work with individuals and couples. I am committed to creating a safe space for clients of different gender identities, sexual orientations, religions, and people with different types of romantic and/or sexual relationships. I take a collaborative, feminist, and empathetic approach, ensuring I am providing evidence-based treatment.
I am a registered clinical psychologist who works with adults struggling with issues such as trauma, disordered eating, emotional dysregulation, and religious conflict. I work with individuals and couples. I am committed to creating a safe space for clients of different gender identities, sexual orientations, religions, and people with different types of romantic and/or sexual relationships. I take a collaborative, feminist, and empathetic approach, ensuring I am providing evidence-based treatment.
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I support individuals and couples who want to improve their relationships, and adults and teens who experience anxiety, depression, effects of trauma, or a life transition. I also enjoy working with university professors and students, immigrants, neurodiverse, and 2SLGBTQ+ clients. Life’s challenges can be overwhelming and I know from experience that reaching out for help can be scary. I also know that therapy can be life changing. My counselling style is gentle and compassionate, geared to help you gain a deeper understanding of the roots of your distress, cultivate self-acceptance, and foster personal and relationship growth.
I support individuals and couples who want to improve their relationships, and adults and teens who experience anxiety, depression, effects of trauma, or a life transition. I also enjoy working with university professors and students, immigrants, neurodiverse, and 2SLGBTQ+ clients. Life’s challenges can be overwhelming and I know from experience that reaching out for help can be scary. I also know that therapy can be life changing. My counselling style is gentle and compassionate, geared to help you gain a deeper understanding of the roots of your distress, cultivate self-acceptance, and foster personal and relationship growth.
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Frederick Voegeli
Counsellor, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Halifax, NS B3H (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Therapy is an immensely personal and private endeavor where connection and trust in your therapist matter. I am a Registered Counselling Therapist with NSCCT with advanced training in Transgender health through WPATH. I am passionate about creating a safe and welcoming environment in which clients and couples can comfortably work on and address their mental wellness and get in touch with their authentic selves.
Therapy is an immensely personal and private endeavor where connection and trust in your therapist matter. I am a Registered Counselling Therapist with NSCCT with advanced training in Transgender health through WPATH. I am passionate about creating a safe and welcoming environment in which clients and couples can comfortably work on and address their mental wellness and get in touch with their authentic selves.
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Anna von Maltzahn
Counsellor, MSc, MEd, RCT-C, CCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Halifax, NS B3H (Online Only)
I assist a wide range of clients navigating challenges such as stress, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, life transitions, and relationship issues. My work with clients often involves the development of skills in emotional awareness and regulation, self-compassion and mindfulness, empathy and emotional validation, or intra- and inter-personal conflict resolution. I also support clients in their goals toward behaviour change, personal growth, and career exploration. As a therapist, I work from a perspective that recognizes the shared human needs within all of us, as well as the uniqueness of each individual's personal story.
I assist a wide range of clients navigating challenges such as stress, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, life transitions, and relationship issues. My work with clients often involves the development of skills in emotional awareness and regulation, self-compassion and mindfulness, empathy and emotional validation, or intra- and inter-personal conflict resolution. I also support clients in their goals toward behaviour change, personal growth, and career exploration. As a therapist, I work from a perspective that recognizes the shared human needs within all of us, as well as the uniqueness of each individual's personal story.
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I view my role in therapy as that of a coach, who strives to help youth and their families to make meaningful changes in their lives. I value a collaborative approach, and always aim to foster a positive environment where clients feel supported in taking steps toward their goals. I specialize in working with children and adolescents, and offer treatment for anxiety, depression, coping with stress or life transitions, low self-esteem, behavioural challenges, and sleep difficulties. I also have expertise in working with youth experiencing challenges with chronic health conditions, medical and dental anxiety, medication taking, and pain.
I view my role in therapy as that of a coach, who strives to help youth and their families to make meaningful changes in their lives. I value a collaborative approach, and always aim to foster a positive environment where clients feel supported in taking steps toward their goals. I specialize in working with children and adolescents, and offer treatment for anxiety, depression, coping with stress or life transitions, low self-esteem, behavioural challenges, and sleep difficulties. I also have expertise in working with youth experiencing challenges with chronic health conditions, medical and dental anxiety, medication taking, and pain.